Grants available through Paxton Cultural Council

The Paxton Cultural Council is accepting grants for 2011. Priority in awarding these grants is given to applicants who are locally based and who present events that may be attended by a significant number of Paxton residents. The purpose is to use funds from the Massachusetts Cultural Council to expand the cultural/ historical/scientific presentations that are available to the community. This year, $3,870 is available.

Applicants may find grant applications at http://massculturalcouncil. org/applications/lccapp.html. Applications will also be available at Richards Memorial Library and the Paxton Town Hall. Applications must be postmarked by Oct. 15. No late grants will be considered. Completed forms should be sent to: Paxton Cultural Council, 3 Nipmuc Rd., Paxton, MA 01612.